A cheap tropical vacation perfect for the whole family might be closer to home than you think.

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Located just south of Mexico on the Yucatán Peninsula, Belize is located in Central America, though it is much more similar to a Caribbean island in many ways.

Belize

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Rosario Islands for great swimming, snorkeling, and kayaking; you’ll find affordable hotels on these islands, which make them among the most affordable spots for a Caribbean vacation.

Colombia

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Varadero is just two hours east of Havana and is the perfect choice for most travelers to Cuba. This 10-mile-long white sand beach has been ranked among the best in the world by TripAdvisor year after year.

Cuba

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Beachfront resorts in neighborhoods like Condado and Ocean Park give travelers a feeling of tropical island seclusion while being just minutes from all of the restaurants, shops, and attractions of San Juan.

Puerto Rico

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Head to Little Corn Island and stay at Yemaya Reefs to enjoy Nicaragua’s best beaches and most colorful snorkeling and diving spots.

Nicaragua

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